Sacrificial Anodes
Aluminum and Zinc Alloy Compositions

Available Zinc Alloys


ZINC MIL-A-18001-K - MIL Spec alloys are ideal for fresh or brackish water.


Alloy Type ZINC MIL-A-18001-K
Iron (Fe) 0.005 max
Silicon (Si) N/A (0.00)
Copper (Cu) 0.005 max
Zinc (Zn) remainder
Indium (In) N/A (0.00)
Titanium (Ti) N/A (0.00)
Others (each) 0.10 max
Aluminum (Al) 0.1 - 0.5
Lead (Pb) 0.006 max
Cadmium (Cd) 0.025 - 0.07

Electrochemical Properties


Alloy Type ZINC MIL-A-18001-K
Open Circuit Potential -1.05 Volts (Ag/AgCl)
Closed Circuit Potential(1) N/A
Seawater Capacity @25C N/A
Seawater Capacity @ 5C N/A
Seabed Mud Capacity (3) N/A
Seabed Mud Capacity @ 5C N/A
Nominal Current Capacity 780 amp-hr/kg